‘See you in court,’ Gov. Janet Mills told President Donald Trump during a heated exchange at an assembly of governors at the White House.
Laurel Libby
Posted inMaine, Politics
Referendum to require voter ID and tighten absentee voting rules qualifies for November ballot
The proposal also would eliminate ongoing absentee voting and place limits on the use of and number of absentee ballot drop boxes, among other things.
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Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Here’s what to look for as Maine’s 2026 race for governor takes shape
Speculation has already seeped into the public arena, with well-known political figures such as Rep. Jared Golden and Secretary of State Shenna Bellows, and potential dark horse candidates such as Travis Mills, a retired U.S. Army staff sergeant, all in the mix.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Election 2024, Lewiston-Auburn, News, Politics
Laurel Libby beats Dan Campbell for Maine House seat by 171 votes
Libby, a major fundraiser for the Republican Party, will retain her seat representing part of Auburn and Minot for a third term.
Posted inElection 2024, Maine, News, Politics
Maine Republicans to collect signatures at polls for voter ID, repeal of national popular vote law
A 3rd referendum, which would limit donations to political action committees that seek to independently influence elections, has already qualified for the November ballot.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Elections, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine
Laurel Libby of Auburn to seek third term in State House
Libby will face Daniel Campbell, an Auburn Democrat, in the November general election.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Special funds let Maine lawmakers raise and spend with few limits
While restrictions remain for campaign contributions to a legislative candidate, businesses and individuals can donate unlimited amounts to political action committees run by candidates after they’re elected. And some of their expenditures might surprise you.
Posted inElections, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine
Laurel Libby is leading fundraiser among 2024 state candidates
AUBURN — State Rep. Laurel Libby of Auburn has raised far more money for her 2024 reelection race than any other Maine politician who has filed paperwork indicating they plan to run for office next fall. Libby, a second-term Republican who ran unopposed last year, had more than $41,000 of campaign cash on hand when […]
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Opponents of Maine law expanding abortion access won’t try to overturn it at ballot box
Wednesday was the deadline for initiating a so-called people’s veto initiative. Opponents say they will instead focus on electing anti-abortion lawmakers in 2024.